"Of course, it's your uncle from Stanva City," Manfred explained. It dawned on Wade that he indeed had an uncle there, one he hadn't seen in years.He only recalled that his uncle worked for the Monroe family."What brings him here?" he inquired.Manfred took a deep breath. "The Smith family of Valyr City is holding an auction in Stanva, and they've chosen the Monroes to represent them. Your uncle's here with an invitation, but I'm not sure which family it's for."Wade's face brightened with excitement, "Could it be that our family is the one being invited, and that's why the Monroe family sent my uncle?"Manfred was visibly frustrated as he scolded, "Had your brain turned mushy? There are many families like ours in Jenaire City. What makes you think the Monroe family would take special interest in us?"Wade shrank back, clearly intimidated by Manfred. He whispered, "Then I have no idea who they might invite."Manfred seriously doubted whether the fool before him was really hi
Manfred looked at the invitation. Although he had expected it, he still felt a bit disappointed. "It's her, as I thought."George said lightly, "Actually, I wanted Wade to attend this auction too."Manfred's eyes lit up at his words. "Did the Monroe family invite us as well?"George shook his head gently. "The Monroe family wouldn't even look at the Zahlers. I don't know what kind of luck this Priscilla has, but the Monroe family has always favored her."Even the cunning Manfred was a bit confused at this point. "Do you have a way to let Wade attend?"George nodded slightly. "Yes, I do."Manfred's heart pounded with excitement. Attending this auction was a rare opportunity for any family, a chance to network with powerful figures from across the provinces. If they could forge even a single connection with one of these major families, the Zahlers could reap untold benefits."George, what's your plan? Tell me quickly!"Before George could answer, the ward door swung open. Wade
What Priscilla didn't know was that Wade had been in a profitable partnership with Mitchell for over two years.However, the Danbury family had held back their reactions out of respect for Frederick."But the police say there are witnesses," Priscilla said.George scoffed. "The police? Could the Danburys have bribed them? Don't you keep up with the news? These things happen all the time."Though far away in Stanva City, George meticulously tracked every detail of Wade's life. He was well-armed with knowledge of the counterfeit medicine scandal and Wade's infatuation with Priscilla.George's words rang true and Priscilla hesitated. Sadly, corrupt news stories were all too familiar."But..."Seeing Priscilla's hesitation, George felt he was close to achieving his aim, especially since he had another plan in mind.At that moment, he took out an invitation: "Take a look at this, what do you think it is?"Priscilla saw the gold-embossed invitation with ‘the Monroes' written on it a
Wade had never heard such gentleness in Priscilla's voice before.A wave of relief washed over him, and he sheepishly touched the back of his head."It's nothing, really," he mumbled.Sensing the tide turning in his favor, George seized the moment to solidify his plan."Priscilla, it would be appropriate for you to bring Wade to the auction," he suggested."Bring him with me?" Priscilla asked surprisingly.George explained smoothly, "My status as a board member carries limitations. I was only able to secure that single invitation, which now means my nephew cannot attend. However, the invitation allows you to bring someone else. You need to take my nephew with you, do you understand?"Priscilla nodded, acknowledging that since the invitation was indeed secured on her behalf, it was only proper that she take Wade. "Does the invitation extend to others? Could I also bring my family?""Of course. You can bring your unsophisticated family members to broaden their horizons," George r
Walter hastily offered a toast to Frederick: "Mr. York, consider this drink as my way of apologizing."He then downed it in one go.Seeing Walter's state, Frederick shook his head helplessly and also finished his beer.Vivianne quietly refilled his glass and turned to Walter. "Director Song, I was able to win my case today thanks to you speaking up for me. It's me who should thank you."Walter waved his hand dismissively. "It was the least I could do. As a public servant, speaking the truth is my duty."He had felt guilty since he realized his misunderstanding of Frederick and wanted to make amends.Then, a thought struck him. Frederick had mentioned Vivianne's legal trouble, and Walter recalled his testimony and thought it might be useful, even if only slightly. He decided to take it to the police, thinking it couldn't hurt. He never imagined his evidence would turn the entire case around.Walter barely had a moment to speak with Frederick before he rushed off to the restroom i
Priscilla had just paid a fine at the courthouse and picked up the grimacing Grace.Grace rubbed her face, filled with resentment. "That damn Frederick! How dare he hit me? I won't let him get away with this. And how did we even lose the lawsuit? Where did that Department of Health director come from?"Priscilla rubbed her temples. "I don't understand either. Why would the director suddenly show up with fake evidence? I talked to Wade today, and his uncle George thinks the Danbury family might be behind it."Grace said angrily while rubbing her face, "Well, obviously! Who else would pull strings for them with the Department of Health?"She hadn't heard Priscilla's reply. Feeling puzzled, she turned to see what had caught Priscilla's attention.Priscilla was staring intently through the large glass window of a nearby restaurant. Following Priscilla's gaze, Grace noticed Frederick and Vivianne dining inside. Across from them sat a middle-aged man.Grace asked confusingly, "Who's th
"Now you can see the difference between Frederick and Wade, right?" asked Grace.Priscilla's face changed slightly and her eyes dimmed.Wade had been so kind, while Frederick's betrayal stung.Seeing Priscilla's expression, Grace hurriedly fanned the flames. "Listen to me, this is a good chance to go to the auction with Wade. You two can sort things out on the way."Priscilla's eyes widened at Grace. "What? Sort things out?"Grace nodded and said, "Of course! Think about it, Wade's uncle is powerful, but no one knows it yet. Once they do, other women will flock to him. As a divorced woman, you need to act fast! Better take the chance while you're together and just sort it out."Priscilla's face flushed to her neck. As a woman who has been married, she naturally understood what Grace meant by "sorting things out".She was a traditional woman. She and Frederick also only became intimate after getting married."This... it's not right," Priscilla stammered shyly."It's the 21st ce
Upon hearing Vivianne's remarks, Grace let out a smug chuckle. "How could I not know? Of course, it's because of my new brother-in-law, Wade."By calling Wade her brother-in-law, Grace confidently signaled that she believed his relationship with Priscilla was inevitable.Vivianne burst into laughter, "Haha, because of Wade? Wade Zahler? How could he have any connection with the Monroe family?"Grace stood up with her waist pinched. She looked at Vivianne with the same disdain she had previously shown Frederick. She radiated confidence that the upcoming Smith family auction would elevate her and Priscilla, leaving Vivianne far behind.She retorted, "Don't compare your level and Frederick's to my new brother-in-law, Wade. Wade's uncle is a board member of the Monroe family, and he arranged the invitation for Prissy."Vivianne scoffed at Grace's words. "Nonsense! Priscilla only got this invitation because of Frederick."Priscilla, who had been silent until now, glared at Vivianne fr